About our team
Kia ora K
We’re a whānau-led, whānau-driven business grounded in real-life experience, shared values, and a genuine passion for helping everyday people turn their ideas into something real.
With a blend of qualifications and lived expertise in business planning, financial mentoring, funding support, and strategic guidance, we offer advice that’s practical, culturally grounded, and easy to understand — always delivered with heart.
Our team of six spans generations, genders, and cultures — Māori, Samoan, Italian, Vietnamese, Scottish, and Kiwi — all part of one whānau, working together to uplift others.
Whether you're starting from scratch or growing your side hustle, we walk alongside you every step of the way, helping you take the next right step — with confidence, clarity, and connection.
Our Services
Business Planning
Tailored Solutions
We offer personalized business planning services designed to help you achieve your entrepreneurial goals. Our experts work closely with you to create a customized plan that aligns with your aspirations and secures your business's future.
Mentoring/Coaching
Strategic Business Guidance
Our mentoring and coaching services provide strategic guidance for your business, ensuring that you receive the support and advice needed to navigate through challenges and opportunities. Let us help you enjoy peace of mind while steering your business towards success.
Funding Support
Funding Support
We help you explore and understand different funding options that suit your business goals — from seeding grants to support for growth. Our service includes identifying the right opportunities, preparing what you need, and guiding you through the decision-making process so you’re confident and informed every step of the way.
Application Writing
Specialized Funding Assistance
Need help applying for funding like MSD Flexi-Wage or The Generator? We’ve got you. We provide step-by-step support to get your application sorted — from helping you understand your business responsibilities to crafting a clear roadmap for you to write a compelling application that increases your chances of success.
Our stats
1000+
Supported Business Ideas
97%
Client Satisfaction
20+
Team Expertise & Years Experience
500+
Business Plans Completed
500+
Mentoring sessions to support local startups
Why Choose Us
1
Tailored Business Solutions
NineteenSixtyNine Limited offers tailored business solutions designed to meet your specific needs and goals. Our personalised approach ensures that you receive the attention and support you deserve for your entrepreneurial journey.
2
Expert Guidance
Our team provides expert guidance and attention to detail, ensuring that your business matters are handled with precision and care. We are committed to delivering high-quality business consultancy services that exceed your expectations.
3
Dedicated Support
We provide dedicated support to guide you through business challenges and opportunities. Our personalized support aims to empower you with the knowledge and confidence to make informed business decisions.
4
Cultural Understanding
Benefit from our diverse, culturally understanding mix of millennial and mature, male & female team members who are loaded with practical tools that provide valuable insights into building a business that works. We are dedicated to helping you navigate the complexities of business with clarity and assurance.
What they say
"NineteenSixtyNine was referred to me and they were amazing. They explained everything to me and helped me understand the importance of research ... I now own my own business thanks to them."
"The team helped me write my business plan, understand everything in it and then helped me start my business off on the right foot. I really couldn't have done it without their help."
"NineteenSixtyNine helped me put my ideas onto, guide me through the business plan process and got me started on my own business. I couldn't have done it without them ... thanks guys"
